Utility
The MINI Cooper and the Ford Shelby GT500 can accommodate the same number of passengers.
Performance
With that kind of horsepower, the Ford Shelby GT500 is a true sportscar.
The MINI Cooper is likely to feel somewhat sluggish because of its high horsepower-to-weight ratio compared to the Shelby GT500.
Dimensions
The MINI Cooper is likely to feel a tad sluggish because of its high horsepower-to-weight ratio compared to the Ford Shelby GT500.
Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Shelby GT500 than the MINI because of its larger tank.
The Cooper fits in smaller parking spaces than the Shelby GT500.
The MINI Cooper's shorter wheelbase will give a more maneuverable feel in daily traffic. On the other hand, the Shelby GT500 is likely to have a smoother, more stable ride.
Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. The MINI is considerably cheaper to get to the dealership than the Ford.
Regarding MSRP, the Ford Shelby GT500 costs tremendously more than the MINI Cooper.
As far as out-the-door price, the Ford Shelby GT500 costs tremendously more than the MINI.
Handling
The MINI Cooper's front-wheel drive layout likely gives it better traction in rain, snow or ice than the Ford Shelby GT500; on the other hand, the Ford Shelby GT500's rear-wheel drive layout likely provides better weight distribution.
The Ford Shelby GT500 has tremendously wider tires than the MINI Cooper. Note that bigger tires may improve handling, while narrower tires might provide better handling in deep snow.
Drivetrain
The MINI Cooper's engine is tremendously smaller than the Ford's. Note that smaller engines can be stressed more; on the flip side, smaller engines are often cheaper to fix.
Torque equals pickup, and the Shelby GT500 will have picked up and gone by the time the MINI Cooper finally gets moving.
The Ford Shelby GT500 packs quite a punch compared to the MINI Cooper as far as torque, which is the force that lets you accelerate quickly.
Comfort
While the front cabin in the Ford Shelby GT500 offers a bit more head room than the Cooper, there frankly isn't much of a difference.
The Ford is not particularly more spacious for your passengers than the MINI Cooper.
Overview
The basic after-sale protection that comes with the Ford Shelby GT500 isn't quite as generous as the MINI Cooper's.
